So, you have a domain registered with GoDaddy and want to connect it to your Hostinger hosting account? No worries, it’s a straightforward process. Just follow the steps below to get your GoDaddy domain up and running on Hostinger:
Step 1: Access your GoDaddy account
Login to your GoDaddy account and navigate to the “My Products” section. Locate the domain you want to connect to Hostinger and click on the “DNS” button.
Step 2: Update DNS settings
In the DNS management page, find the “Nameservers” section and click on the “Change” button. Select the “Custom” option and enter the Hostinger nameservers provided in your hosting account. Save the changes.
Step 3: Access your Hostinger account
Login to your Hostinger account and go to the “Domains” section. Click on the “Use a domain you own” button and enter your GoDaddy domain name. Click on the “Use” button.
Step 4: Verify domain ownership
To verify that you own the domain, Hostinger will provide you with a TXT record. Go back to your GoDaddy DNS management page and add the TXT record as instructed by Hostinger. Save the changes.
Step 5: Finalize the setup
Go back to your Hostinger account and click on the “Verify” button. Hostinger will check if the TXT record is correctly added to your GoDaddy DNS settings. Once verified, your GoDaddy domain will be connected to your Hostinger hosting account.
That’s it! Your GoDaddy domain is now connected to Hostinger. It may take some time for the changes to propagate, so be patient. Now you can enjoy the benefits of Hostinger’s reliable hosting services with your GoDaddy domain. If you encounter any issues during the process, don’t hesitate to reach out to the Hostinger support team for assistance.
Remember, connecting a GoDaddy domain to Hostinger is just one of the many possibilities you have with Hostinger’s versatile hosting platform.